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Vascular ring

Read about vascular rings, which are blood vessels arising from the heart that can surround, and compress (squeeze) nearby structures.

Vascular access in the NICU

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Learn about several types of lines and catheters inserted into a vein that are used for vascular access on a premature baby or ill newborn.

Sclerotherapy with bleomycin using image guidance

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Learn how bleomycin is used in sclerotherapy to treat vascular malformations. Find information about the advantages of using bleomycin as well as any risks involved and precautions to be considered.

Vascular access for hemodialysis: Caring for your child after the procedure

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The following information will help you to properly care for your child after vascular access surgery.

Sclerotherapy using image guidance

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Learn about sclerotherapy and how it is used to treat vascular malformations. Also find information about what will happen to your child before, during and after the procedure.

Connected Care

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This learning hub is intended for community health-care providers and the Connected Care Paediatric Education Program. You will be able to access handouts on tracheostomy care, feeding tubes, vascular access devices, and subcutaneous injections.

Port removal: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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Learn how to care for your child at home after a port removal.

Phimosis

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Information on tightness of the foreskin or phimosis. Learn what it is and how it is treated.

Skin conditions and birthmarks in newborns

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Learn about the various skin conditions and birthmarks that can arise in a newborn baby.

Other late effects of diabetes

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Learn about other complications that can occur as a result of diabetes including neuropathy, foot problems, heart disease and stroke.

Teething

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Learn the signs and symptoms to look for when your baby is teething and how you can help to soothe your baby's gums.

Endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) using image guidance

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Learn what endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) is and how it is done using image guidance

PICC removal: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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Learn how to care for your child at home after a PICC removal.

Port

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A port provides a comfortable, convenient way to receive medications such as chemotherapy, IV nutrition and fluids, and from which to have blood samples taken. Learn about this procedure.

Central venous line (CVL) removal: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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Learn how to care for your child at home after a CVL removal procedure.

Interventional Radiology

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Interventional radiology uses image guidance to perform minimally invasive procedures such as biopsies, bone ablation and myelogram. They also insert G and GJ tubes, and central venous access devices.

Foreskin problems

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Learn how to treat common foreskin problems and when to see a doctor.

Halo care: Taking care of your child in a neurosurgical halo vest device

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Learn about how to properly care for your child in the halo device.

Spitting up and vomiting in babies

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Port insertion: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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Learn how to properly care for your child at home after a port insertion.

Surgical teams for children with heart conditions

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Learn about surgical teams committed specifically to children with heart conditions.

Dermatology

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Information about common skin conditions such as eczema, diaper rash, sunburn, warts, head lice, hair loss, birthmarks and more. Also learn about first aid and everyday care so your child can have healthy hair, skin and nails.

Central venous line (CVL) insertion into the femoral vein using image guidance

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A central venous line (CVL) is a long, soft, thin, flexible tube that allows medicine into a child's body. Read about the femoral procedure.

Brain aneurysm

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An aneurysm is a bulging or ballooning area in a part of a blood vessel that can affect the brain and central nervous system. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how an aneurysm is diagnosed, and the different treatment options.

What to avoid before scoliosis surgery

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There are certain preparatory steps that must be followed prior to having surgery. Learn about some things to avoid leading up to an operation for scoliosis.